Studio Name: Hanu Studios
Job opening: Roto & Prep Artists
Employment Type: Full-Time
Core Focus: Rotoscopy matte generation, clean plate prep, wire/rig removal, element reconstruction, and shot prep for visual effects pipelines
Key Requirements: Freshers to 1 year of professional experience, good understanding of Roto & Prep workflows, strong attention to detail, and passion for VFX
Hanu Studios is expanding its visual effects department and launching immediate recruitment for Roto & Prep Artists. Open to freshers as well as junior artists with up to one year of professional experience, this position is ideal for meticulous creators looking to build a strong career in shot finaling and plate preparation. If you have a sharp eye for detail and enjoy delivering clean, accurate work that helps bring visual stories to life, this recruitment drive offers an excellent entry-level studio environment.
Selected artists will work on exciting, live-action production shots alongside experienced team leads, gaining hands-on production experience. The studio environment values clear communication, precise execution, and continuous artistic growth, making it a great workspace for early-career VFX professionals.
What You’ll Do (Responsibilities)
The Roto & Prep Artist will execute fundamental plate preparation and alpha matte tasks across various production shots:
- Rotoscopy & Mattes: Generate clean, precise rotoscopy alpha mattes for characters, props, and background elements across production sequences.
- Paint & Prep Execution: Perform wire/rig removals, clean plate generations, marker cleanups, and element reconstructions on complex live-action plates.
- Production Integration: Deliver accurate, high-quality work within production schedules while collaborating with team members and leads to address feedback.
Required Software Knowledge & Skills
Applicants should meet the following technical and operational criteria:
- Core Software Knowledge: Practical knowledge of industry-standard prep and roto tools such as Nuke, Silhouette, or Mocha is considered a major plus.
- Experience Level: Freshers or up to 1 year of professional VFX industry experience with a good understanding of rotoscopy and prep workflows.
- Core Competencies: Exceptional attention to detail, clean execution habits, good communication skills, and a strong desire to learn in a fast-paced environment.
How to Apply
Please review your portfolio, showreel, or sample shots to ensure they display clean edge work, accurate tracking, and thorough plate cleanup before submitting your application. Freshers and junior artists ready to start their VFX career journey with Hanu Studios can transmit their credentials directly to the talent acquisition team:
Send your portfolio and resume to: careers@hanustudios.com
Required Application Materials: Include your updated resume/CV along with direct, clickable web links to your portfolio, breakdown reel, or sample work.
Subject Line Recommendation: Format your email header clearly for efficient processing: “Roto & Prep Artist Application – [Your Name]”